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A small amount of water reduces thirst. A large amount can poison you. The same principle applies to information. A small, carefully chosen amount can enhance your ability to make smart decisions. Too much and you fare no better than chance. The negative effect of too much information has been demonstrated in studies. One study, […]https://www.scotthyoung.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/ToxicInfo.png